Random networks are not considered social networks because they lack the structure and organization that characterize social networks.

Networking refers to the process of building and maintaining social connections with others.

Strong social ties are characterized by high frequency of interaction, emotional closeness, trust, and reciprocity, not weak social control.

Homophily refers to the tendency of individuals to associate with others who are similar to them in terms of characteristics such as age, race, gender, and social class.

While social networks can provide social support, facilitate social interaction, and exchange information and resources, they do not typically enforce social norms.

Social influence refers to the process by which individuals' behavior and attitudes are shaped by the people they interact with.

Human capital refers to the skills, knowledge, and abilities of individuals, while social capital refers to the resources and benefits that individuals derive from their social networks.

Proximity refers to the tendency of individuals to form social ties with others who are geographically close to them.

Weak social ties are characterized by low frequency of interaction, emotional distance, and lack of trust and reciprocity, not strong social control.

Heterophily refers to the tendency of individuals to form social ties with others who are different from them in terms of characteristics such as age, race, gender, and social class.

Regression analysis is a statistical technique used to analyze the relationship between variables, while network visualization, centrality measures, and community detection are techniques used in social network analysis.

Status homophily refers to the tendency of individuals to form social ties with others who are similar to them in terms of social status.

Random networks are not considered social networks because they lack the structure and organization that characterize social networks.

Value homophily refers to the tendency of individuals to form social ties with others who are similar to them in terms of values and beliefs.

Social networks are characterized by structure, dynamics, and organization, not randomness.